Google Drive ends Photos backups starting August 10: What users need to do
Starting August 10, 2026, the Google Drive desktop app will no longer support backup for Google Photos. Users are encouraged to switch to the dedicated Google Photos app for ongoing folder backups. Rest assured, all previously backed-up photos will remain intact during this transition. This change is aimed at streamlining backup processes and improving photo organization, leaving casual mobile…
Google has announced that its Drive desktop app will cease supporting automatic Google Photos backup starting August 10, 2026. This change will impact users who rely on Drive's desktop client to synchronize photos and videos from their computers. Google's decision aims to streamline backup tools and emphasize dedicated photo management through the Photos app.
The company provided instructions to help users who wish to prevent data loss before the cutoff date. Users are advised to either configure continuous folder backup through Google Photos or import existing Drive folders directly into Google Photos. Although existing backups will remain intact, users must adjust their backup method to avoid missing new photos and videos after the deadline.
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